Why Most Teams Fail (and How to Fix Them) | Colin Fisher

Welcome to Behavioral Groups, the podcast where we explore the science behind why we do what we do. I'm Kirk Nelson and today Tim and I have a very special guest who brings a blend of jazz, group dynamics, and organizational wisdom into our conversation. Yeah, Colin Fisher is an associate professor of organizations and innovation. at University College London, and he's the author of The Collective Edge, Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups. Not only is Colin an accomplished researcher and author, but he's also a former professional jazz trumpet player.

So he knows a thing or two about improvisation, collaboration, and finding harmony both in terms of music and with teams. Yeah, I think Tim really grooved on that part, right? So in our conversation with Colin, we are going to dig into what makes groups tick. We'll discuss the baddest of all characters in the entire Harry Potter series and why structure Trump's process and team effectiveness.

and how the myth of the lone genius might, just might be holding us back. Now, whether you're a leader, a member of a team, or just someone fascinated by human behavior, you'll find Colin's insights both refreshing and actionable. And as I mentioned before, we had a great discussion about music, in part because Colin is a bona fide musician. but also because he draws metaphors from playing in jazz groups that will impact the way you think about your team at work. We also touched on some stories and research that honestly make the behavioral grooves community what it is.

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